This book covers the systems and techniques that can be used to develop better communication using multimedia. It provides a succinct overview of multimedia communication - how it works, what it can be used for and how it will affect users. It discusses the use of multimedia in society, business, education and the home, and covers the latest developments in the area including Internet Broadcasting, Internet-based learning and e-commerce. With discussion of a combination of technical, social, political and economic issues, the book is appropriate for a wide range of multimedia courses.